What type of retaining rings is this plier designed for?

It is designed for fitting and removing external circlips on shafts ranging from 122 to 300 mm in diameter.

What style of tips does this tool have?

The plier features straight tips with a tip diameter of 3.5 mm.

What is the purpose of the locking bracket?

The toothed bracket prevents the plier legs from overextending beyond the safe working range.

Can the tips be replaced when worn?

Yes, the tips are replaceable using separately available Gedore spare tip sets.

GEDORE 8000 A 5 pliers for external locking rings straight 122-300 mm - 6701890

Name: GEDORE 8000 A 5 pliers for external locking rings straight 122-300 mm - 6701890
Brand: GEDORE
SKU: 41983377
Price: 106.2 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: GEDORE 6701890 | EAN 4010886670187

Recommended Retail Price €168.77

106.20 tax incl.

€87.77 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 10/10/2026

Ordered before 20:00 - delivered as of 10/10/2026
Shipping costs €6.99 VAT included | Free shipping for orders over a total amount of 125 euros
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Effortless handling of heavy circlips

Practical benefits

Controlled and secure fit: The Gedore pliers allow you to fit large external retaining rings on 122 to 300 mm shafts easily.
Prevents accidental over expansion: An integrated toothed bracket stops the legs from opening beyond the safe working zone during use.
Precision engineered for durability: Oil-hardened and tempered construction gives you long-lasting dimensional accuracy and wear resistance under load.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Gedore 8000 a 5, you fit and remove heavy external retaining rings on shafts from 122 to 300 mm with complete control. The straight tips with a 3.5 mm diameter deliver a firm, precise grip to keep circlips from flying off or deforming under tension. An integrated toothed bracket prevents the legs from opening beyond the safe working range, giving you confident handling even in blind fitting positions. Precision machined and oil-hardened, this robust tool provides the leverage you need during heavy machinery, axle, and transmission maintenance.

Product information FAQ

€106.20

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

For min. shaft diameter: 122 mm
Version: Straight
For max. shaft diameter: 300 mm

Product description

Straight points
Black, tips and hinge bracket galvanised
The pliers bracket prevents the legs of the pliers from being spread beyond the permitted working range
Safe working is thus guaranteed even at mounting positions that are difficult to see
Interchangeable locking pin
Release handle with recessed grip, blue insulated
Precision-machined, oil-hardened and tempered
Spare points available

All Features

For min. shaft diameter: 122 mm
Version: Straight
For max. shaft diameter: 300 mm
Opening spring present: No
Overall length [mm]: 550 mm
Surface area: painted black
Curing process: oil-hardened and tempered
Handle version: dip-isolated
Spark-free design: Nein
Point-ø: 3.5 mm
Joint types: applied joint
Shaft diameter [inch]: 4.13/16-11.7/8
Material: Chrome-Vanadium steel
Shaft diameter [mm]: 122-300

Brand GEDORE
41983377
EAN 4010886670187
Supplier number GEDORE 6701890

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What type of retaining rings is this plier designed for?: It is designed for fitting and removing external circlips on shafts ranging from 122 to 300 mm in diameter.
What style of tips does this tool have?: The plier features straight tips with a tip diameter of 3.5 mm.
What is the purpose of the locking bracket?: The toothed bracket prevents the plier legs from overextending beyond the safe working range.
Can the tips be replaced when worn?: Yes, the tips are replaceable using separately available Gedore spare tip sets.